TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

[hanz123]

I think it's a little unfair how DLA are prioritising applicants from their first year scheme 😬

 

[jnice]

I think it's a little unfair how DLA are prioritising applicants from their first year scheme 😬

I’m not sure if this is accurate, because I heard back from DLA last week Wednesday for an AC. And I didn’t apply for the first year scheme.

 

[lawstudent22]

I think it's a little unfair how DLA are prioritising applicants from their first year scheme 😬

I applied last year after doing the insight scheme in March 2021 and we had to submit our applications in early October. It could be that everyone who applied following the first-year scheme sent in very early applications so they're receiving decisions quicker, especially given it's rolling. There was a 'fast track' element having done the scheme, but it only really meant that you didn't have to redo the commercial news story question.

 

[aspiringlawyerr]

I’m not sure if this is accurate, because I heard back from DLA last week Wednesday for an AC. And I didn’t apply for the first year scheme.

When did you apply, if you don't mind me asking?

 

[lawapplicant]

I think it's a little unfair how DLA are prioritising applicants from their first year scheme 😬

I don't know where you have heard this but you are 100% incorrect. The AC's for the fast track scheme were held in November and VS offers sent out the same day.

 

[jnice]

When did you apply, if you don't mind me asking?

8 November

 

[axbg]

Hi, has anyone done interviews for Stephenson Harwood or Gibson Dunn? If so, any tips or help would be amazing!

i have done first stage at gibson dunn and i have the second one next friday, just be yourself and make sure to know your application ins and out and know why you chose to do the things you put in your application

 

[EliteWhovian]

I haven't received the online test invite for Akin, should I just wait longer or email them?

 

[Nishath K]

Just came home to a DLA PFO TT

 

[lawstudent9]

Does anyone have tips for Freshfields AC, especially the article interview - 1 hour grilling on a random article?

 

[futuretrainee202X]

Does anyone know if Gibson has issued out all of their first-stage interview invites? It seems like they offer it on a rolling basis even after the deadline last year but I realise the people running grad rec are different this year

 

[TCLA Community Assistant]

Does anyone have tips for Freshfields AC, especially the article interview - 1 hour grilling on a random article?

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Took jobs in conveyancing as at the time it was only experience I could get and now sometimes it feels like I'll be stuck in Conveyancing forever

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[Winter]

Could anyone who has done the Linklaters AC this cycle, please give me any tips? Would greatly appreciate it! (First ever AC)

Oh also, I’m a fast-tracker for those who are curious.

 

[laubedusixjuin]

I haven't received the online test invite for Akin, should I just wait longer or email them?

If you mean the WG test, I think they review applications before sending it

 

[Momo]

I had my VI last wednesday and haven't heard since

Congrats! Would you have any tips for the VI?

 

[Untilwinter]

I had my VI last wednesday and haven't heard since

Congrats on getting a VI invite. Did you apply in Sep/Oct as well?

 

[User260802]

Has anyone been successful with DLA summer vac scheme?

 

[Jimpix]

Off topic but had to share this. Useful for video interviews? 😂

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1616878021280993284

 

[Flavius Aurelius]

congrats on the AC! do u mind sharing when u completed the VI and received the AC? i'm still waiting on a reply post-VI

Thanks very much. I did the VI late December and received the AC invite a week ago.

 

[DisciplineTC2526]

Do K&E send PFOs or just allow me to still dream

Bro, that is what I am saying! Personally, I will continue to dream but lowkey it's gonna be a PFO (they are progressing people to AC).